Drivers Ed Study Guide (Illinois)
Headlights are required: A. From Dusk to Dawn B. During periods of poor visibility C. When weather conditions require the use of windshield wipers D. All of the above (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
I a pedestrian is crossing in the middle of the street, not at a crosswalk (jaywalking) even if it is illegal, you: A. Must stop for them B. Do not have to stop for them C. Should honk your horn at them (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
If you MUST drive during foggy weather, you should turn on the low-beam headlights and: A. Drive at a speed that will allow you to stop within your field of vision B. Flash your lights routinely C. Keep your foot on the brake pedal so your taillights will be seen more easily (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
If you are under 18. and instruction permit allows you to: A. Operate a motor vehicle when supervised by an authorized driver B. Driver a motor vehicle without supervision C. Observe another driver operate a motor vehicle (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
Illinois law requires children under age 8 to be secured by a restraining system or seat belt when traveling in a motor vehicle. A. Anywhere in the vehicle B. In the front seat only C. In the back seat only D. Never, this is not a law (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
The road surface of a bridge may be dangerous in winter because: A. There may be ice on bridges even when other pavements are clear B. The bridge surface is warmer C. None of the above (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
To prevent a fatigue-related crash while driving, you should: A. Stop frequently to drink coffee, exercise, or nap B. Continue driving so you will reach your destination sooner C. Drive late at night when there are not as many users on the roadway (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
What is the penalty for being convicted of illegally passing a stopped school bus? A. A suspension of driving privileges B. A suspension of the vehicle registration C. A $30 fine (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
When approaching a sign that reads "Merging Traffic", you must: A. Adjust your speed and position to avoid a collision with other vehicles B. Stop your vehicle before proceeding C. Drive to the left lane of the expressway if safe to do so. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
When approaching any animals that are standing near the roadway: A. Slow down and use caution B. Speed up to scare them away C. Swerve to avoid the animal (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
When driving along the highway and the front right wheel of your vehicle runs off the pavement, you should: A. Grasp the steering wheel tightly and take your foot off the accelerator B. Apply the brakes immediately and swing back onto the pavement quickly C. Quickly swing back onto the pavement at your normal speed (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
When driving on a slippery road and the rear end of your vehicle starts to skid, you should: A. Turn the front wheels in the direction of the skid B. Hold the wheel firmly and steer straight ahead, braking gradually C. Apply the brakes quickly (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
When making a left or right turn in a business or residential district, a continuous signal to turn must be given: A. Not less than 100 feet before turning B. At least 50 feet from the intersection C. Only when vehicles are coming toward you (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
When must a driver slow down for a school zone? A. On school days between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. when children are present and signs are posted B. Only during recess C. On weekends (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
Where should you place a child under 12 years old in a vehicle equipped with air bags? A. The back seat B. The front seat C. In either the front or back (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
Which of the following is the single greatest factor in fatal motor vehicle accidents? A: Alcohol B. Bad road conditions C. Mechanical problems. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
With a class D driver's license, you may: A. Operate vehicles with a gross vehicle weight of 16,000 pounds or less B. Operate a motor vehicle, regardless of size or weight C. Operate vehicles with a gross vehicle rating of more than 26,001 pounds (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
A
What does this sign mean?
Always stop completely
A driver moving out of an alley, private road, or driveway within an urban area must: A. Stop only if there are vehicles coming down the street B. Stop before reaching the ridewalk and yield to pedestrians and vehicles before proceeding C. Sound his/her horn and exit quickly (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
B
A flashing red traffic light at an intersection means: A. You should be careful when going through the intersection B. Exactly the same thing as a stop sign C. An emergency vehicle is approaching from your rear (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
B
When a right turn against a red signal light is allowed, the proper way to make the turn is to: A. Turn quickly to get out of the way of other traffic B. Stop, give the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles within the intersection, then cautiously make your turn C. Stop, sound your horn to warn other traffic, then make your turn (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
B
When there are flashing signals at a railroad crossing nd the train clears the crossing, how soon should you proceed? A. Just as soon as the train clears the crossing B. After you check to make sure another train is not approaching on another track C. Follow the vehicle ahead of you (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
B
When there are two or more lanes of traffic moving in the same direction, what type of centerline is used? A. One single yellow line B. Broken white line C. Two solid yellow lines (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
B
When you are driving and one of your tires has a blowout, you should: A. Apply the brakes quickly to reduce speed B. Grip the steering wheel firmly, take your foot off the gas pedal, and let the vehicle slow down before you drive onto the shoulder C. Quickly steer onto the right shoulder (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
B
When you come to a stop sign, you must stop your vehicle: A. As close to the stop sign as possible B. At a marked stop line, before entering the crosswalk, or before entering the intersection if there is no crosswalk. C. At a place near the intersection, providing you to come to a complete stop (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
B
What does this sign mean?
Be prepared to pay special attention to slow moving vehicles
What does this sign mean?
Be ready for other traffic entering your lane
A steady yellow traffic light means: A. The traffic light is about to turn green B. Traffic is clear and you may go through the intersection. C. The traffic light is about to change to red (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
Encountering a Funeral Procession, drivers must: A. Pass any vehicle in an organized procession B. Join the procession in order to secure the right-the-way C. Yield the right-of-way to all vehicles in the procession (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
If you must use your wireless phone while driving, you must: A. Carefully use your wireless phone, but do not talk for a long time. B. Slow down and make the call. C. A hands-free device so you can keep both hands on the steering wheel. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
If your vehicle starts to skid on water (hydroplane), you should: A. Turn your wheel slightly to the right and brake gradually. B. Turn your ignition off and cost to a stop C. Take your foot off the accelerator and let your vehicle slow down (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
Motorcycles are entitled to use the full width of a traffic lane, the same as a vehicle. Therefore when you are driving a vehicle and want to pass a motorcycle, you should: A. Cautiously pass the motorcycle, sharing the same lane that it is using B. Follow the motorcycle without passing it C. Do not pass the motorcycle in the same lane that it is using, but change lanes and pass the way you would pass another vehicle. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
Seat belts: A. Do not need to be worn if your vehicle is equipped with air bags B. Only need to be worn when driving on long trips C. Must be worn at all times. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
Speed should be reduced below the posted limit for which of the following reasons? A. Driver is driving in unfavorable weather conditions B. Driver is approaching and crossing an intersection C. Both of the above (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
Standing or parking a vehicle, whether occupied or not is prohibited: A. Front of a public or private driveway. B. Within 20 feet of a STOP sign or traffic control signal. C. Both of the above (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
What should a driver do when approaching a traffic control signal that is not in operation? A. If the intersection is clear, the driver does not need to stop. B. Drive quickly through the intersection to get out of the way of other vehicles C. Come to a full stop an yield the right-of-way before entering the intersection (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
When a traffic light shows both a red light and a green arrow in the direction you wish to turn, you: A. Must stop and remain stopped until the red light has changed B. Have the right-of-way over pedestrians in turning in the direction of the arrow C. May proceed in the direction of the arrow with caution (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
When a two-lane pavement is marked with a single, solid yellow line on your side of the centerline: A. Construction work is going on ahead, slow down. B. You must slow down and proceed with caution. C. Must not cross the yellow line to pass another vehicle. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
When a two-lane pavement is marked with a single, solid yellow line on your side of the centerline: A. You must slow down and proceed with caution B. Construction work is going on ahead, slow down C. You must not cross the yellow line to pass another vehicle (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
When an authorized emergency vehicle that is using its siren and flashing lights approaches your vehicle, you should: A. Increase your speed B. Continue at the same speed C. Pull over to the right-hand edge of the highway and stop, if possible (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
When approaching a railroad grade crossing that does NOT have ANY warning system (such as electric flashing lights or gates), you should: A. Increase speed and cross tracks as quickly as possible. B. Continue at your normal speed. C. Look, listen, slowdown in case you have to stop, and proceed when safe to do so. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
You are awaiting at an intersection and the traffic signal light changes to green. You may then go ahead: A. Immediately B. When you think it is safe to do so C. After first yielding the right-of-way to any persons or vehicles that are within the intersection (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
C
What does this sign mean?
Construction area ahead
A person who REFUSES to submit to a chemical test, or tests, of his/her blood, breath or urine for the purpose of determining the level of alcohol and/or drug content: A. Will receive a driver's license suspension for 12 months on first offense. B. Will receive a driver's license suspension for 36 months for second or more refusals with in a 5 year period. C. May have this used as evidence against him/her in court if charged with DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI). D. All of the above. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
D
A school bus stopped on a two-lane highway and its red warning lights are flashing and its signal arm is extended. A. You do not need to stop if you are traveling on a four-lane highway in the opposite direction of a school bus, but you should drive cautiously B. You must stop before meeting or overtaking a school bus loading or unloading passengers on a two-lane highway. C. You do not always need to stop when meeting a stopped school bus on a roadway with four or more lanes if at least 2 lanes or traffic travel in the opposite direction. D. All of the above (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
D
Illinois residents must : A. Insure the vehicle for liability. B. Carry proof of insurance in the vehicle. C. Produce proof of insurance when stopped for a traffic violation, during a random check, or if you are involved in a traffic accident. D. All of the above. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
D
In order to reinstate full driving privileges after a DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE (DUI) revocation, a person must: A. Submit a professional assessment of alcohol and/or drug use and attend a remedial or rehabilitation program B. Carry high-risk auto insurance for three years C. Be approved for reinstatement by the secretary of states of administrative D. All of the above (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
D
When opening your driver's side door in a road with oncoming vehicle and bicycle traffic, you should: A. Open the vehicle door by reaching across with your right hand to get a better view of vehicle and bicycle traffic approaching from behind. B. Open the vehicle door only when it does not interfere with vehicle and bicycle traffic approaching from behind. C. Open the vehicle door with your left hand and then check for oncoming vehicle and bicycle traffic. D. Both A & B. (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
D
Your driver's license will be suspended if, after being arrested for DRIVING UNDER THE INFLUENCE of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI): A. You take a chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) and register an amount of alcohol equal to or over the legal of intoxication (0.8%) B. You refuse to take a chemical test (breath, blood, or urine) C. They take a chemical test and register any trace of a controlled substance or cannabis (marijuana) D. All of the above (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
D
Your driving privileges will be revoked in the State of Illinois if you are convicted of: A. Leaving the scene of an accident in which you are involved as a driver, if the accident results in death or personal injury B. Street racing C. Driving or being in actual physical control of a vehicle while under the influence of alcohol or other drugs (including prescription drugs that may impair driving ability) and/or combinations thereof. D. All of the above E. None of the above (write answer as LETTER ONLY ex: B)
D
What does this sign mean?
Do not enter
A driver may type, send, or read a text message while operating a motor vehicle. True or false?
False
It is legal for you to pass on the shoulder of the road. True or false?
False
What does this sign mean?
Never pass another vehicle at this location
What does this sign mean?
No U-turn
What does this sign mean?
Railroad crossing ahead
What does this sign mean?
Reduction in lanes ahead
What does this sign mean?
Right turns are not allowed at this intersection
What does this sign mean?
Slow down and watch for people crossing the street
What does this sign mean?
Start slowing down due to traffic controls ahead
A driver has 30 minutes to report a crash after it occurs. True or false?
True
A driver may not enter a highway railroad crossing unless there is sufficient space on the other side of the crossing to accommodate the vehicle without obstructing passage of a train or other railroad equipment using the rails. True or false?
True
A driver must use their right or left turn signal when changing lanes. True or false?
True
Drivers are NOT permitted to wear headsets or have a television receiver visible from the driver's seat. True or false?
True
If you are under 18 and drive after nighttime driving restriction hours, you must have a parent, legal guardian, or someone 21 years of ago or older with you. Your parents or legal guardian must approve of the person. If these conditions are not met, your license will not be valid during those hours. True or False?
True
It is unlawful for any person to leave the roadway and travel across private property to avoid an official traffic control device. True or false?
True
Many intersection accidents occur because drivers FAIL to slow down and look carefully to the left and right before entering the intersection. True or false?
True
Motorcycles though smaller and lighter in weight, have the same right-of-way privileges as other vehicles. Special observance should be given to motorcyclists when they approach an in intersection, a railroad crossing, bridge or when in bad weather. True or false?
True
The driver and front seat passengers (age 8 and above) are required to wear seat safety belts while riding in a motor vehicle on Illinois roadways. True or false?
True
Unauthorized use of a vehicle displaying a parking placard or plates for persons with disabilities may result in a fine, as well as a suspension and or revocation of the plates or placard. True or false?
True
When approaching a person who is blind, using a white cane or other assistive device, or a guide dog enters and intersection or is crossing a street, the driver should yield the right-of-way. True or false?
True
When drivers approach any disabled vehicle using hazard lights on a four-lane highway, Illinois requires drivers to change lanes away from the disabled vehicle if it is safe to do so. True or false?
True
When headlights are required, they should be dimmed at least 500 feet before meeting and 300 feet before overtaking another vehicle. True or false?
True
When passing a bicyclist or pedestrian who is riding or walking on the road or shoulder of the roadway, you must keep a minimum of three feet between your vehicles side mirror and the bicyclist or pedestrian. True or false?
True
When passing another vehicle, you should not cut back into the right lane until you can see the vehicle that you just passed in your rear view mirror. True or false?
True
When turning left and there is a bicyclist entering the intersection from the opposite direction, you should wait for the bicyclist to pass before making the turn. True or false?
True
With few exceptions, a person may not drive a motor vehicle (even if borrowed or rented for period of time) unless the operator holds a valid driver's license that is properly classified for the kind and any type of vehicle. True or false?
True
You are required by law to yield the right-of-way to any authorized vehicle engaged in highway construction or maintenance that is displaying amber (yellow) oscillating, rotating or flashing lights. True or false?
True
What does this sign mean?
Watch out for children
What does this sign mean?
Watch out for railroad crossing ahead
What does this sign mean?
Yield to other drivers or pedestrians